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#297 of 381 private schools in WA

Summit Christian Academy

School

4224 E 4TH AVE, Spokane, WA 99202

Private

Enrollment

113

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#297 of 381

In Spokane

#14 of 21

public schools

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Summit Christian Academy

5.6/10

School in Spokane · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Summit Christian Academy

Summit Christian Academy is a private school in Spokane, WA. Summit Christian Academy serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.8 pts below WA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 113 students, Summit Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Summit Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Summit Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Summit Christian Academy compares to 94 public schools serving similar grades in Spokane, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
This School
vs
14.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
113
This School
vs
440
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.2% vs 0%
Black 1.8% vs 0%
Summit Christian Academy Spokane Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Summit Christian Academy (this school) 5.6
Frances Scott Elementary 4.6
Libby Center 9.3
Spokane Virtual Academy 4.2
Franklin Elementary 8.8
Lincoln Heights Elementary 8.3
SCCP Images 7.6
Grant Elementary 6.6
Chase Middle School 6.7
Stevens Elementary 3.6
NEWESD 101 Open Doors
Adams Elementary 7.4
West Valley Virtual Learning Center 7.5
Seth Woodard Elementary 5.3
Centennial Middle School 4.8
PRIDE Prep School 5.8
Ferris High School 6.2
Cooper Elementary 7.1
Hutton Elementary 8.8
Hamblen Elementary 8.9
Bemiss Elementary 5.0

Showing 20 of 94 schools. View all schools in Spokane

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,125
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 4%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 113
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 98.2%
Black 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4224 E 4TH AVE, Spokane, WA 99202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Spokane Virtual Academy (rated 4.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Spokane, see our Spokane schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Frances Scott Elementary Spokane 0.4 mi 4.6
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane 1.1 mi 4.7
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL SPOKANE Spokane 1.1 mi 5.7
Libby Center Spokane 1.0 mi 9.3
Spokane Virtual Academy Spokane 1.0 mi 4.2
Lincoln Heights Elementary Spokane 1.4 mi 8.3
SCCP Images Spokane 1.6 mi 7.6
Franklin Elementary Spokane 1.4 mi 8.8
Chase Middle School Spokane 2.1 mi 6.7
Cooper Elementary Spokane 2.5 mi 7.1
Adams Elementary Spokane 2.3 mi 7.4
Ferris High School Spokane 2.4 mi 6.2
WOODLAND MONTESSORI Spokane Valley 1.8 mi
FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY Spokane 2.5 mi 5.8
RIVERDAY SCHOOL Spokane 1.9 mi
CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI Spokane 1.9 mi
Stevens Elementary Spokane 2.2 mi 3.6
Grant Elementary Spokane 2.1 mi 6.6
Bemiss Elementary Spokane 2.9 mi 5.0
Seth Woodard Elementary Spokane 2.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,323

Median Home Value

$268,700

Median Rent

$1,070/mo

Population

19,956

College Educated

32.9%

Homeownership

48.4%

Avg Commute

16.4 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

32.7

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School Rating
MASON COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelton, WA 5.6
Quartzite Learning Chewelah, WA 5.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF SNOHOMISH COUNTY Everett, WA 5.7
North Mason Homelink Program Belfair, WA 5.7
Parent Partnership Snohomish, WA 5.7
Hoquiam Homelink School Hoquiam, WA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Christian Academy

What grades does Summit Christian Academy serve?

Summit Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Summit Christian Academy?

Summit Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Christian Academy is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Summit Christian Academy rank in WA?

Summit Christian Academy ranks #297 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Summit Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Summit Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Summit Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Summit Christian Academy a religious school?

Summit Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
113
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
150 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Spokane County

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